End of the drier season · Weather & things to do
Manuel Antonio in April
Little changes in Manuel Antonio from March: highs stay near 88°F (31°C), lows near 79°F (26°C), and about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 62/100, 5th of 12.
- Avg high
- 88°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 79°F (26°C)
- Rain
- 4.3 in (108 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 69%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 62/100 · Good
What April feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 88°F (31°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
Nights stay warm too, with lows averaging 79°F (26°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 4.3 in (108 mm).
Plan around April
April sits mid-table; the best months are January – March.
- Last dry month before the rain picks up: May brings 10.9 in (277 mm).
- Comfort slips from 79/100 in March to 62/100.
- April sits inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
What to pack for April
- Light, breathable clothes88°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Manuel Antonio in April
Afternoons run hot (88°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Rainmaker Conservation Project
Rainforest reserve with bridges.
Why now April scores 62/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Playa Biesanz
Sheltered cove for snorkeling.
Why now Highs near 88°F and 4.3 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Manuel Antonio Falafel Bar
Fresh falafel, shawarma and hummus plates on the main road; a cheap, fast lunch between the park and the beach.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Marina Pez Vela
Quepos marina with restaurants.
Nearby in April
- Monteverde in April~78 mi · highs 80°F, 1.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
- La Fortuna in April~82 mi · highs 89°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~264 m to Manuel Antonio's ~108 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Manuel Antonio in April: quick answers
Is April a good time to visit Manuel Antonio?
It's middling, scoring 62/100. The best months are January – March, at up to 84. Expect highs of 88°F (31°C) and 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain. April is inside the Dec – Apr window our Costa Rica Pura Vida route recommends.
How hot is Manuel Antonio in April?
Average highs are 88°F (31°C) and average lows 79°F (26°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Manuel Antonio in April?
Some: about 4.3 in (108 mm) of rain falls across April on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 90.1 in (2288 mm).
What should I pack for Manuel Antonio in April?
Bring light, breathable clothes (88°F afternoons), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Manuel Antonio
Routes in season in April
- Costa Rica Pura Vida Dec – Apr
Planning Manuel Antonio in April?
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